5Trinidad & Tobago – Rich History 1Before 1498 – Trinidad was populated by the Carib and Arawak - an indigenous people who called the island “Ieri”In 1498 – Christopher Columbus rediscovered the islands and called it “Island of the Trinity – Trinidad ”. Trinidad was now a colony of SpainIn 1797 (300 yrs later) – The British defeated Spain and colonized Trinidad. This period of being ruled by the Queen resulted in people from Africa, China, India and others being brought to the countryHistory of Trinidad and Tobago:Tobago changed hands between the Spanish, British, French and Dutch during the period 1498 to 1962

6Trinidad & Tobago – Rich History 2Trinidad and Tobago obtained its independence from the British EmpireTrinidad and Tobago became a Republic .History of Trinidad and Tobago:

15Trinidad & Tobago – SocietyEducation: All kids start primary school at age four (4) or five (5) and then proceed to secondary school for five year with good performance.All children attend secondary school for 7 years. For the last two years of secondary school kids write the Advanced Level exams administered by London Cambridge before going to university.Tertiary Education: Undergraduate studies last for 3 years - The University of Trinidad and Tobago or the University of the West IndiesJobs: Services; transport, retail , government services, and tourism, Manufacturing and Oil and GasSociety - Jobs: Trinidad and Tobago Economic sectors, Information about Economic sectors in Trinidad and Tobago